Farmina Lamb, Spelt, Oats and Tropical Fruits Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Puppy Health Lamb Meal & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food
Farmina Lamb, Spelt, Oats and Tropical Fruits Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.7. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina Lamb, Spelt, Oats and Tropical Fruits Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Puppy Health Lamb Meal & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 25.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 2.70% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | 1.15% | 1.40% |
| Phosphorus | 0.95% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.60% | 0.50% |
| Omega-6 | 3.20% | 3.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.09% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3766 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
lamb, dehydrated lamb, whole spelt, whole oats, dehydrated chicken, chicken fat, dehydrated herring, whole barley, rice, dried beet pulp, pork fat, natural flavors, herring oil, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, dried banana, dried kiwi, dried mango, dried papaya, dried pineapple, salt, potassium chloride, monocalcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, brewers dried yeast, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, manganous sulfate, iron sulfate, iron carbonate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, DL-Methionine, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list Show less |
Lamb Meal, Chicken Meal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Barley, Peas, Chicken Fat, Oats, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Salmon Oil, Flaxseed, Pumpkin, Cranberries, Apples, Brewers Dried Yeast, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Papayas, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Blueberries, Pomegranates, Vitamin E Supplement, Inulin, L-Carnitine, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacin, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Ground Cinnamon, Ground Fennel, Ground Peppermint, Sodium Selenite, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Dried Lactobacillus delbrueckii Fermentation Product, Dried Streptococcus thermophilus Fermentation Product, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Trichoderma reesei Fermentation Product, Dried Rhizopus oryzae Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Antioxidant support, Joint care, High energy, Digestive health | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Joint care, Immune support, Heart care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| Breed size | Medium, Large | Extra Large |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Yes |
| Life stages | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | Growth (puppy/kitten), Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | Yes |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Lamb
- Chicken
- Chicken Fat
- Barley
- Beet Pulp
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina Lamb, Spelt, Oats and Tropical Fruits Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.7 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Lamb, Chicken, Chicken Fat, Barley, Beet Pulp.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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